Gaza City, February 13 (RHC)-- The family of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the director of northern Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital, confirmed he was finally granted a visit with his attorney — nearly two months after he was abducted and detained by Israeli forces. 

In a statement, the family described Dr. Abu Safiya’s accounts of severe abuse and torture by Israeli soldiers, including 24 days of solitary confinement before his transfer to Ofer Prison.  His family said he’s only given one meal a day. 

Israel has not filed any charges against Dr. Abu Safiya.  In a statement, his family writes: “He urges the world to help secure his release and the release of all detained healthcare personnel from all hospitals.  They must be protected, their rights ensured, and they should receive care and be released as soon as possible.”

[ SOURCE:  DEMOCRACY NOW ]